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EPISODE · Jul 23, 2025 · 23 MIN

Use This Productivity Hack To Kill Your Overwhelm TODAY

from Creative Courage: The Creative Business Podcast · host Matt Essam

The project deadline is looming. A team member just called in sick. Your computer is playing up. All while the client is constantly chasing you. We’ve all had those weeks where your to-do list is never-ending and everything feels like it’s on fire. And you’re wondering how on earth you’re going to get it all done. I’ve been in this situation myself, and I know what it feels like. That’s why, in this episode, I’m sharing one of the most underrated strategies I’ve used to stay calm under pressure, protect client relationships, and still deliver high-quality work - without burning out. If you ever feel overwhelmed or stretched too thin, this 3-step plan is going to give you the clarity and tools you need to get back on track. Covered in this episode: How to stay calm when the pressure is on. The 3-step system I use to get back on track. How to decide what really matters on your to-do list. How to communicate with clients when deadlines loom. The trick to avoiding burnout while still getting stuff done. Why trying to “do it all” is killing your productivity. A simple mindset shift that instantly reduces overwhelm. If you get value from this episode, follow Creative Courage on your favourite podcast app for more transformational content to help you thrive as a creative. PS: If you want a custom roadmap to grow a creative studio that works for you, rather than the other way around. Click this link - https://resources.mattessam.co.uk/.   LEARN MORE The ONE Thing (book) - https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/The_One_Thing/ROoCnwEACAAJ  Work with Matt to grow your agency - https://www.mattessam.co.uk/creative-life-accelerator CONNECT  Matt Essam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/ LISTEN  Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2LSpLIyYtBLe03JBC8LjvT  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/creative-courage/id1721515799 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Matt_Essam

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